OEMs can use V2X to detect VRUs

For years, both OEMs and suppliers have been eyeing the potential for technology that can protect those outside of the car from being involved in a collision.

In March 2013, Volvo displayed its cyclist detection technology at the Geneva Motor Show, and at the 2014 ITS World Congress in Detroit, Honda revealed its vehicle-to pedestrian/bicycle (V2P/B) and vehicle-to-motorcycle (V2M) technologies. Recently, Continental announced it is investigating similar technology that can warn drivers and vulnerable road users (VRUs) in advance to help reduce the chances of an incident occurring.